Description:
The Morbic 11 carries forward the spirit of the Morbic range with slightly increased length and enhanced versatility. Designed as a refined classic tender with sail, it offers a harmonious balance between rowing comfort, stable sailing performance, and practical day use. Its clinker plywood construction highlights traditional aesthetics while maintaining modern efficiency.
With a well-proportioned hull and elegant sheerline, the Morbic 11 delivers reassuring initial stability and smooth water flow along its strakes. The added length improves tracking under oars and provides a more settled feel under sail. The rig is intentionally simple, allowing quick setup and easy control without sacrificing performance in light to moderate winds.
Each Morbic 11 is built with attention to durability and detail. Marine-grade timber such as Western Red Cedar, Mahogany, and Teak may be selected depending on the desired finish, reinforced with high-quality fiberglass where structural strength is essential. The hull is sealed and protected with premium marine coatings to ensure longevity in coastal and inland environments.
Construction methods respect traditional boatbuilding techniques while integrating modern materials for strength and weight efficiency. Typical build time varies depending on customization level and interior specification.
Specifications
- Hull length / waterline: 10.99 / 10.43 ft
- Breadth / waterline: 4.99 / 4.10 ft
- Draught: 0.56 / 2.23 ft
- Light weight (without / with rig): 149.91 / 209.44 lbs
- Sail area: 69.97 ft2
Performance and Use
Under oars, the Morbic 11 glides efficiently with balanced weight distribution and minimal drag. Under sail, it responds predictably, heels gently, and maintains steady directional control. The cockpit layout provides comfortable seating for small crews, making it ideal for relaxed outings, short coastal passages, or harbor cruising.
This wooden boat crafted by us is built from Vivierboats, with full credit given to the original designers where applicable. For each custom commission we obtain the appropriate drawings and construct the vessel to order offering both full size boats and finely detailed scale models.
Contact us to explore configuration options technical details and build scheduling for your Morbic 11.
History:
The Morbic 11 draws inspiration from the traditional small craft of Brittany, a region known for its strong maritime culture and sheltered coastal waters. In areas such as the Gulf of Morbihan, compact boats were widely used for fishing, transport, and daily life. These vessels were designed with shallow drafts, stable hulls, and practical layouts to handle tidal currents and narrow channels.
The Morbic 11 reflects this heritage through balanced lines and efficient performance, suitable for rowing or light sailing depending on configuration. Over time, traditional working boats like these evolved into versatile recreational craft while preserving their classic character.
Today, the Morbic 11 continues the legacy of Breton boatbuilding, combining historic inspiration with modern materials and dependable coastal capability.